Just when you thought you’ve hiked all the best hiking trails in Georgia another one pops up on your radar. The Grassy Mountain Tower Trail in Georgia is perfect for anyone looking to get out in nature and enjoy something new. Not only will hikers be able to disappear into nature for a few miles, but they’ll also get to climb a historic steel fire tower atop Grassy Mountain for breathtaking views.

Editor’s Note: You can no longer climb to the platform of this tower. However, you can still enjoy the trek to reach the tower.

The Grassy Mountain Tower Trail will take hikers along a four-mile trail through the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest.
AllTrails Brandon Byrd
Please be aware that the road to reach the trailhead is rough. A high-clearance vehicle is strongly recommended.
This moderately-rated hike has an elevation change of over 700-feet and is used predominantly from April to October.
AllTrails Kelli Kreager
While there are some beautiful aspects of nature that hikers will come across along this trail, one of the best parts is Lake Conasauga.
AllTrails Thomas Davis
This glassy, refreshing lake is actually Georgia’s highest-elevation lake, which in and of itself is worth the visit.
AllTrails Rusty Garrison

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But also, hiking this trail will take visitors up to the summit of Grassy Mountain for incredible views from a historic steel fire tower lookout.
AllTrails Lauren Pelletier
Enjoy 360-degree views of the surrounding Georgia wilderness from atop this sky-high fire tower.
AllTrails Anna Reyes
Then trek back to the start, taking in all of the scenic forested landscapes of the Cohutta Wilderness and breathtaking summit views.
AllTrails Anne Reyes
To find out where Lake Conasauga is in Georgia click here.
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Have you ever hiked the Grassy Mountain Tower Trail in Georgia before? Share with us your favorite part of the hike in the comments section! Or if you’re looking for more information about this hike, including current conditions, then check out the AllTrails website.

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